Pacific Drive, the indie hit from Ironwood Studios, has shifted into high gear with its latest free content update, “Drive Your Way.” This substantial update introduces a range of new features that give players unprecedented control over their post-apocalyptic road trip through the Pacific Northwest.
New Gameplay Presets
The update introduces six new gameplay presets, each offering a unique twist on the Pacific Drive experience:
- Iron Wagon: For the ultimate challenge, this preset significantly increases difficulty and adds permadeath.
- Scenic Tour: A more relaxed, story-driven experience with reduced difficulty and no possibility of death.
- Mechanic’s Road Trip: Alters terrain impact and car status effects for a more realistic driving experience.
- Joyride: Maintains the tension of the original game but lowers gathering, crafting, and research requirements.
- Nuclear Journey: Introduces pervasive radiation and more intense storms.
- Olympic Gauntlet: An extreme challenge for the most dedicated players.
Customizable Settings
In addition to the presets, the update offers over 50 new customizable settings, allowing players to fine-tune their experience. These include:
- Engine power adjustments
- Flat tire severity
- Crafting requirement controls
- Radiation visibility options
- Storm speed and radius controls
Free Cosmetics and Paid DLC
The update also includes free cosmetic items:
For those looking to further customize their ride, the Anomalous Customization Pack is available for $4.99, offering additional cosmetic options.
Performance Optimizations
Ironwood Studios has implemented performance improvements across all platforms, ensuring a smoother driving experience.Pacific Drive’s “Drive Your Way” update demonstrates the developer’s commitment to expanding and refining the game’s unique blend of survival and driving mechanics. Whether players are looking for a hardcore challenge or a more relaxed exploration of the game’s mysterious world, this update offers something for every type of road warrior
The update is available now for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store